DESCRIPCIÓN Y DINÁMICA CONTABLE
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Computer/Technology skills are essential components of every student's preparedness for college and career readiness upon graduation from high school. In a context of the exploration model used at the middle school level, students have the opportunity to investigate their technology and career related interests as they develop skills that are built on and expanded through high school Career and Technical course offerings. Career and Technical courses prepare students to function in a 21st century global economy.
Technology Education 6
This course provides students with higher-order thinking skill development through practical problem solving experiences. Learners discover and explore personal interests, aptitudes and abilities using various
technologies.
Introduction to Technology (9 & 18 Week Courses) Grade Level(s): 7-8
Students first study the basic elements of all technology, including materials, processes, energy, information, and people. They explore up to six systems of technology, including biotechnology, energy, construction, transportation, communication, and production/manufacturing. Finally, they relate the impact of technology on society, environment, and culture to future consequences and decisions.
Inventions and Innovations (18 - Week Course) Grade Level: 8
Students make models of significant inventions that have advanced society. After studying these
developments, they explore contemporary technological problems facing them, their community, or the world and apply systematic procedures to invent new products or innovations as solutions.
Introduction to AgriScience (9 - Week Course) Grade Level: 7
Students develop an awareness of the relationships between agriculture and science. Major concepts covered in the course include awareness of agriculture, the world of work, agribusiness careers, human relations, and scientific principles applied in agriculture.
Agriscience and Technology (18 & 36 - Week Courses) Grade Level: 8
Through laboratory activities, students apply scientific principles to the field of agriculture, including plants, animals, and ecology/conservation. The course introduces students to biotechnology as it relates to agriculture.
Computer 6
Students explore how computers may be used to help solve real world problems. Students are also
introduced to touch keyboarding and a few basic software programs commonly used to manage and present information.
Computer Solutions (9 & 18 - Week Courses) Grade Level(s): 6-8
Students are introduced to the world of business using the computer as a problem-solving tool. Emphasis is placed on using basic touch keyboarding skills to complete a variety of projects incorporating word
processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software. Basic Internet safety and computer maintenance issues are important components of this course.
Keyboarding (9 - Week Course) Grade Level: 6 and 7
This course is designed for middle school students to develop and enhance touch skills for entering alphabetic, numeric, and symbol information on a keyboard. Students compose and produce personal, educational, and professional documents.
Family and Consumer Sciences (9 & 18 Week Courses) Grade Level(s): 6-8
These courses provide a foundation for managing individual, family, career, and community roles and responsibilities. Students focus on their individual roles in the community as well as how the community influences individual development. In addition, students enhance their knowledge of nutrition and wellness practices and learn how to maximize consumer and family resources. The courses also help students with the application textile, fashion, and apparel concepts to their daily lives. It also provides background on the stages of early childhood development as related to childcare. Time is provided for exploring careers in the Family and Consumer Sciences career cluster and developing job-search skills. Students increase their leadership abilities and explore how volunteerism aids communities. Mathematics, science, language, social sciences, and technology are integrated throughout the courses.
Personal Finance
The purpose of this class is to help students understand opportunity cost and expose them to the “economic way of thinking” through hypothetical scenarios and activities. Students will learn sensible money
management skills and the importance of the decision-making process. LITERACY ELECTIVES
Creative Writing
Creative Writing focuses on helping students become proficient writers in all aspects of life. Students engage in a variety of writing forms such as letter, essay, poetry, and short story. Discussion and analysis of current events, newspaper stories, and interviewing/interviewee techniques are also covered. The writing process, concentrating on revision, is one of the primary focuses of this class.
Drama
This course begins with an introduction to the theater. Theater history and technical production are stressed through improvisations, skits, set design theory, costuming, and makeup. Activities may include play
production, study of important dramatic works, costuming, makeup, and dialect study. Journalism
This course provides the foundations for effective journalism. Students will learn how to communicate and operate publications according to the rules of responsible journalism. Students may study the history of journalism, advertising, interviewing, writing various types of copy, editing, layout, and the fundamentals of photography. Students contribute to school publications as they apply what they have learned.
Mythology
Students should be interested in learning how the Greeks and Romans explained both the world around them and human behavior through mythology. Students will read a variety of myths, epics, and tragedies. The course will be activities-based covering ancient Greek and Roman times. Study will revolve around the various types of myths from all cultures. Students will also be provided opportunities for writing their own myth.
Poetry
This course involves reading, interpreting, and writing poetry. Students will hone their skills and learn to write high quality poetry that others will appreciate. Through various assignments and essays, each student will learn to determine and understand the meanings of poems, recognize and utilize the devices used in writing poetry, write different types of poetry, and become a skilled, knowledgeable poet.
Yearbook
Students will be taken step-by step through the art of designing a school yearbook. The basics of yearbook layout, design, copy writing, and photography will be addressed throughout the year. In addition to learning the correct terminology and basic guidelines students will put their learning to practice by conducting
interviews, attending events, and being responsible for meeting all production deadlines. MUSIC
The music program offers instruction in choral and instrumental music. Student talents are recognized and nurtured throughout the program. Instruction includes music theory, history, and performance skills. Opportunities to participate in concerts and festivals are provided. Choral and instrumental band instruction is available beginning in grade six.
Beginning Band (grade 6)
Beginning Band is an introductory course open to all 6th grade students interested in learning a concert band
instrument. The fundamental skills necessary to play a chosen instrument will be taught using the Standards of Learning for Instrumental Music and the National Standards for Music Education. Instruction for students will focus on rhythmic and pitch accuracy as well as tone quality. The beginning band will perform concerts at their director’s discretion. Students are required to provide their own instrument, book, and essential
equipment needed for performance and rehearsal. Intermediate Band (grade 7)
Students must have completed one year of instruction in Beginning Band 6 or completed private lessons and successfully auditioned with the school band director in order to enroll in Intermediate Band 7. Intermediate Band continues to focus on the development of the basic techniques needed for performance in a concert band setting. More advanced concepts such as articulation, dynamics, and phrasing will be emphasized and refined. Students will also understand the role of instruments in music rehearsal and performance settings. Intonation and balance within sections and overall ensemble will be introduced. The 7th grade band will
perform in concerts and assessments throughout the school year. The students are encouraged to audition for and participate in the All-District Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association (VBODA) event. Students are required to provide their own instrument, book, and essential equipment needed for performance.
Advanced Band (grade 8)
Students must have completed two years of instruction in order to enroll in Advanced Band 8. Advanced band uses the skills learned in 6th and 7th grade as a foundation to introduce students to standard band
literature. Students at this level rehearse regularly with a focus on developing their technical and expressive skills based on the Virginia SOLs for Instrumental Music. At this level, members have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of ensembles, such as concert, symphonic and high school jazz ensemble, indoor percussion ensemble and marching band. The 8th grade band will also perform in concerts and assessments throughout the school year as well as travel to perform in the community. Students are strongly encouraged to audition and participate in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association (VBODA) All-District Band event. Students are required to provide their own instrument, book, and essential equipment needed for performance. Other advanced band options include concert and symphonic bands and instrumental drums. General Music (grades 6/7)
The student will investigate musical sounds, forms, styles, and genres through listening, discussing, writing, and performing. The students will investigate the role of music in society, as well as, identify career pathways in music. Technology is incorporated for music composition and exploration. The student will identify the influence of daily music experience in one’s personal life.
Choir (grade 6/7)
This course is offered to help students become well-rounded singers/musicians. The course includes material designed to introduce and develop the following musical skills: proper vocal technique, sight-singing (music reading) skills, knowledge of musical terms and symbols and performance. Various types of music are introduced which will help to broaden the students’ appreciation of various styles of music and cultures. Performances are scheduled throughout the year to give the students opportunities to express themselves artistically as well as to put into practical use the areas of study focused upon within the class. All areas of study are in keeping with the Virginia Standards of Learning and the National Standards for Music Education. Chorus 8
This course is offered to help students increase the knowledge and skill which were introduced in the 7th
Grade Chorus class. The areas of study for the 8th Grade Chorus will be the same of the 7th Grade Chorus
(vocal technique, sight-singing skills, knowledge of musical terms and symbols, performance). However, the 8th grade students are expected to sharpen their skills at a more advanced level than are the 7th grade
students. All areas of study are in keeping with the Virginia Standards of Learning and the National Standards for Music Education.